Amber Pearson
Connersville,IN
Summary
With a proven track record in clinical management, I excel in leadership and budget management, driving quality improvement and staff development. Leveraging strong work ethic and nurse education skills, I've significantly enhanced patient care standards and operational efficiency, fostering professional growth within teams.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Director of Nursing
The Willows of Shelbyville
04.2024 - Current
- Participated in management team meetings to discuss resident status, census changes, and resident complaints or concerns.
- Oversaw and approved recruitment, hiring and orientation of new nursing staff.
- Ensured regulatory compliance by staying current on industry standards and updating policies accordingly.
- Monitored and evaluated nursing staff performance, providing feedback and guidance to support standards of care.
- Built and maintained positive working relationships with physicians and staff to support seamless healthcare operations.
- Performed rounds to observe care and interview staff, residents, and families.
- Established and monitored infection control programs to provide safe, sanitary environment to prevent transmission of disease and infection.
- Managed budgets effectively, identifying cost-saving measures while maintaining high-quality patient care standards.
Director of Nursing
Majestic Care of Connersivlle
07.2023 - 04.2024
- Participated in management team meetings to discuss resident status, census changes, and resident complaints or concerns.
- Oversaw and approved recruitment, hiring and orientation of new nursing staff.
- Ensured regulatory compliance by staying current on industry standards and updating policies accordingly.
- Monitored and evaluated nursing staff performance, providing feedback and guidance to support standards of care.
- Built and maintained positive working relationships with physicians and staff to support seamless healthcare operations.
- Performed rounds to observe care and interview staff, residents, and families.
- Streamlined nursing operations by optimizing staffing schedules, resource allocation, and workflow processes.
- Developed positive employee relations, incentives, and recognition programs to promote teamwork and mutual respect.
- Collaborated with staff, management, and external groups to coordinate patient care.
Infection Control Consultant
Majestic Care of Connersville
12.2020 - 07.2023
- Evaluated client needs and expectations, establishing clear goals for each consulting engagement.
- Liaised with customers, management, and sales team to better understand customer needs and recommend appropriate solutions.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to successfully deliver comprehensive solutions for clients.
- Managed client relationships through regular check-ins and updates on project progress.
- Identified areas of improvement for clients'' operations, implementing targeted solutions to increase productivity.
- Analyzed data sets to identify trends and opportunities for process improvements within client organizations.
Director of Nursing
The Hearth at Stones Crossing
02.2020 - 12.2020
- Participated in management team meetings to discuss resident status, census changes, and resident complaints or concerns.
- Oversaw and approved recruitment, hiring and orientation of new nursing staff.
- Ensured regulatory compliance by staying current on industry standards and updating policies accordingly.
- Monitored and evaluated nursing staff performance, providing feedback and guidance to support standards of care.
- Built and maintained positive working relationships with physicians and staff to support seamless healthcare operations.
- Performed rounds to observe care and interview staff, residents, and families.
- Streamlined nursing operations by optimizing staffing schedules, resource allocation, and workflow processes.
- Developed positive employee relations, incentives, and recognition programs to promote teamwork and mutual respect.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive care plans for patients with complex needs.
- Collaborated with staff, management, and external groups to coordinate patient care.
Assistant Director of Nursing,
Majestic Care of Connersville
01.2019 - 02.2020
- Participated in management team meetings to discuss resident status, census changes, and resident complaints or concerns.
- Collaborated with staff, management, and external groups to coordinate patient care.
- Performed rounds to observe care and interview staff, residents, and families.
- Managed nursing schedules and budgets, streamlining processes for cost savings while maintaining high-quality patient care.
Nurse Clinical Liaison
Majestic Care of Connersville
01.2018 - 01.2019
- Promoted a safe and supportive environment for both patients and staff by adhering to established protocols and guidelines.
- Provided specialized education on disease management, medication administration, and symptom control to improve overall patient outcomes.
- Streamlined communication between nurses, physicians, and other healthcare professionals for better coordination of patient care.
- Developed strong relationships with community partners, including hospitals, skilled nursing facilities, home health agencies, and hospices, resulting in improved continuity of care for patients.
- Facilitated smooth transitions for patients from acute care settings to post-acute facilities through thorough discharge planning and follow-up assessments.
- Served as a resource for nursing staff seeking guidance on complex clinical issues or needing assistance with navigating interdisciplinary collaboration efforts.
- Evaluated potential patients for admission into post-acute care facilities, ensuring that they met eligibility criteria and would benefit from available services.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
Galen College of Nursing
Cincinnati, OH07-2023
Associate of Science - LPN
Medtech College
Indianapolis, IN04-2014
Skills
- Nurse Education and Training
- Leadership and Guidance
- Quality Improvement
- Strong Work Ethic
- Professional Development
- Budget Management
- Policies Compliance Enforcement
- Staff recruitment and retention
- Staff Scheduling
Timeline
Director of Nursing
The Willows of Shelbyville
04.2024 - Current
Director of Nursing
Majestic Care of Connersivlle
07.2023 - 04.2024
Infection Control Consultant
Majestic Care of Connersville
12.2020 - 07.2023
Director of Nursing
The Hearth at Stones Crossing
02.2020 - 12.2020
Assistant Director of Nursing,
Majestic Care of Connersville
01.2019 - 02.2020
Nurse Clinical Liaison
Majestic Care of Connersville
01.2018 - 01.2019
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
Galen College of Nursing
Associate of Science - LPN
Medtech College
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